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New Jersey Supreme Court Consolidates Over 100 Sexual Abuse Cases from Juvenile Detention Facilities into Multicounty Litigation

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TRENTON, N.J. — The New Jersey Supreme Court has classified over 100 cases of alleged sexual abuse at state-operated juvenile detention centers as multicounty litigation, according to a notification issued to legal professionals on Wednesday. This designation allows for more streamlined handling of these sensitive cases, which involve claims made against multiple defendants and span across various jurisdictions. The decision reflects growing concerns regarding the treatment of youth in state custody, prompting legal action from numerous individuals seeking justice for their experiences. Victims have reported various forms of abuse occurring within these facilities, raising alarms … Read more

New Study Uncovers Hidden Purpose of Early Labor Laws: Protecting Men’s Jobs Over Women’s Rights

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EVANSTON, Ill. — A new study from Northwestern University has unveiled a surprising reality behind early 20th-century labor laws designed to protect women in the workplace. Instead of primarily benefiting women, these regulations largely functioned to shield men from competition in the job market, challenging long-held beliefs about their intent and impact on gender equality. Led by Matthias Doepke, an economics professor at Northwestern, the research team analyzed the historical context of protective labor policies that were enforced from the early 1900s until the 1960s. These laws included restrictions on work hours, minimum wage mandates, … Read more

New Jersey Man Seeks $2 Million in Lawsuit Against Walmart Following Devastating Slip-and-Fall Incident

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Suffern, New York — A New Jersey man has rejected a $75,000 settlement offer from Walmart and is now pursuing over $2 million in damages following a severe slip-and-fall incident within the store. Ramon W. Camilo filed a lawsuit in federal court on Monday, claiming that on July 26, 2024, he slipped on a “manhole-sized puddle of light brown liquid” in the self-checkout area of the Suffern Walmart. According to his attorneys, the fall resulted in catastrophic back and spinal injuries that necessitated lumbar fusion surgery. Walmart’s legal team reached out to Camilo five days … Read more

New Hampshire State Police Align with ICE: Governor Advocates for Tough Immigration Enforcement Amid Controversy

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Concord, New Hampshire — Governor Kelly Ayotte and Colonel Mark Hall recently announced the New Hampshire State Police has joined numerous law enforcement agencies nationwide in a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). This agreement seeks to enhance collaboration on immigration enforcement. In a statement, Governor Ayotte emphasized that New Hampshire must not adopt what she termed “sanctuary policies,” which she claims have led to increased crime and an immigration crisis in states like Massachusetts. She expressed her support for the collaborative efforts between state troopers and federal agencies, stating … Read more